Alvin College

Overview

This is a part-time instructor position in the Continuing Education Workforce Development (CEWD) department at Alvin College, focusing on teaching Welding courses during the academic year. Applications are accepted throughout the year and reviewed based on departmental needs.

Responsibilities

• Instructs and supervises a diverse population of students in the classroom at various times and locations.
• Possesses a commitment to student engagement, student success, and instructional excellence.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills, both written and oral.
• Prepares and utilizes a course syllabus and assessments for each course using guidelines established by the institution.
• Maintains current knowledge of effective teaching methodologies and utilizes a variety of instructional delivery methods, classroom media, and educational resources.
• Assists in the recruitment and retention of students.
• Advises students in academic matters or refers students to appropriate resources.
• Assesses students’ performance through a range of measurement activities and keeps them informed of their progress in a timely manner.
• Engages students face-to-face and through electronic communications.
• Utilizes technology to facilitate learning and to access data, maintain records, generate reports, and communicate with others.
• Assists in the development, distribution and collection of assessments for courses and program objectives.
• Builds positive and professional relationships with students, colleagues, college administration, and the community.
• Submits timely college reports and forms to the appropriate divisions and departments.
• Provides recommendations to the Instructional Dean, Department Chair, and appropriate college committees regarding curriculum, instruction and division operations.
• Exhibits a commitment to lifelong learning through participation in professional development activities.
• Adheres to Alvin College’s policies and procedures.
• Attends institutional meetings as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Metals Science or Welding Technology.
• Minimum of three (3) years non-teaching work experience in the field required.
• Basic computer proficiency using Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Basic proficiency in online tools such as Blackboard.
• Ability to operate specialized laboratory equipment, audio-visual aids, and computers.
• Ability to develop laboratory and lecture strategies to enhance teaching effectiveness.
• Familiarity with interactive teaching methods and instruction via the Internet.
• Self-motivated and able to perform autonomously.
• Flexibility to work days, nights, and/or weekends based on program needs.

Additional Information

• Requires flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include working days, evenings and/or weekends.
• Requires the provision of official transcripts, licenses and/or certifications within 30 days of hire.
• This is a security sensitive position and requires a criminal history and/or motor vehicle records check.